US Bridges

710 RD-630/631 Av over Dry Branch

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 8/105 4N2.4W(710-630/631) · Structure no. C007402205

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
81 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
75
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

710 RD-630/631 Av over Dry Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying 710 RD-630/631 Av over Dry Branch in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2040. The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries710 RD-630/631 Av
CrossesDry Branch
Location8/105 4N2.4W(710-630/631)
RouteCounty Highway 3610
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1164, -95.9998
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating25.4 US tons
Inventory rating15.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length81 ft (24.7 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75 (2023)
Projected traffic75 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 710 RD-630/631 Av over Dry Branch built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is 710 RD-630/631 Av over Dry Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does 710 RD-630/631 Av over Dry Branch carry?

About 75 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 710 RD-630/631 Av over Dry Branch?

The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns 710 RD-630/631 Av over Dry Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.